2-10Warranty

ITEMS COVERED UNDER THE 1-YEAR WORKMANSHIP COVERAGE

DEFICIENCY

CONSTRUCTION PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES

BUILDER/SELLER/ WARRANTOR RESPONSIBILITY

EXCLUSION

All switches, fixtures and outlets which do not operate as intended are considered deficiencies only during the first year of Limited Warranty coverage.

Builder/Seller shall repair or replace defective switches, fixtures and outlets.

Malfunction of electrical outlets, switches, or fixtures.

Finishes on light fixtures may be covered under their manufacturer’s warranty.

NONE.

NONE. NO COVERAGE.

Light fixture tarnishes.

11.2 Service and Distribution

Ground fault interrupter trips frequently.

Builder/Seller shall replace the device if defective during the

Ground fault interrupters are sensitive safety devices installed into the electrical system to provide protection against electrical shock. These devices are sensitive and can be tripped very easily. Ground fault outlets that do not operate as intended are considered deficiencies.

first year of Limited Warranty coverage.

ITEMS COVERED UNDER THE 2-YEAR SYSTEMS COVERAGE

DEFICIENCY

CONSTRUCTION PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES

BUILDER/SELLER/ WARRANTOR RESPONSIBILITY

EXCLUSION

12. Mechanical Systems

12.1 Septic Tank Systems Septic systems fail to operate properly.

You are responsible for periodic pumping of the septic tank and a normal need for pumping is not a deficiency. The following are considered Your negligence or abuse as exclusion under the Limited Warranty: a.) excessive use of water such as overuse of washing machine and dishwasher, including their simultaneous use; b.) connection of sump pump, roof drains or backwash from water conditioner, to the system c.) placing of non-biodegradable items in the system; d.) addition of harsh chemicals, greases or cleaning agents, and excessive amounts of bleaches or drain cleaners; e.) use of a food waste disposer not supplied by Builder/ Seller; f.) placement of impervious surfaces over the disposal area; g.) allowing vehicles to drive or park over the disposal area; h.) failure to periodically pump out the septic tank when required. Sewage pumps are excluded under the Limited Warranty.

Septic system should be capable of properly handling normal flow of household effluent.

Builder/Seller shall take corrective action if it is determined that malfunction is due to a deficiency in workmanship, materials, or failure to construct system in accordance with state, county, or local requirements. Builder/ Seller is not responsible for malfunctions or limitations in the operation of the system attributable to design restrictions imposed by state, county, or local governing agencies. Builder/Seller is also not responsible for malfunctions which occur or are caused by conditions negligence, abuse, freezing, soil saturation, changes in ground water table, or other acts of nature. beyond Builder/Seller’s control, including Your

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